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How to perform primer bulb replacement in a small engine carburetor?
A primer bulb is important because it is helps to fill the carburetor with the correct amount of fuel. It does this by pulling fuel through the fuel...
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Where can I find the electrical schematic or wiring diagram for my engine?
Briggs & Stratton sells electrical components pertaining to the engine only. However, if you’re needing to replace or rebuild parts of the small...
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Is this a 2-cycle engine? If so, what is the best oil gas ratio?
Briggs and Stratton manufactures both 2-cycle & 4-cycle engines. Two-cycle engines are able to propel your lawn mower, snow blower or pressure washer...
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How to test a small engine charging system, battery & alternator?
If you use a key to start your lawn mower, snow blower or outdoor power equipment, the small engine includes an electrical charging system with a...
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What is the best small engine maintenance schedule?
You can avoid many small engine problems and save money on parts and repairs if you follow a regular maintenance schedule. Make good maintenance a...
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How do I troubleshoot & repair common small engine problems?
Having engine problems? Use this comprehensive guide when troubleshooting issues with your lawn mower, snow blower or other outdoor power products -...
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How can I find part numbers for engine replacement parts?
Learn how to find the part numbers you need to order engine replacement parts for your Briggs & Stratton equipment. You can read through the entire...
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Why Does My Engine Backfire or Afterfire?
Is the small engine on your lawn mower, snow blower or outdoor power equipment making loud noises? This FAQ from Briggs & Stratton will help you...
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How to Clean a Lawn Mower or Snow Blower Engine
Grass and other debris may hardly seem like a critical repair issue for your small engine. Once it accumulates in between engine parts, it can cause...
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How Do I Measure Briggs & Stratton’s Engine Power?
There are two ways you can measure an engine's power: horsepower gross torque rating Find out how we differentiate the two types and where to find...
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Why won’t my lawn mower engine starter engage?
It can be frustrating when your lawn mower or small engine starter won’t engage, but there are solutions you can take to prevent and correct starter...
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Small Valve Maintenance & Repair
Valves control the flow of fuel vapor into the combustion chamber and the flow of exhaust gases leaving the engine. Faulty or dirty valves may stick...
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What is the decibel level of a portable generator?
We measure sound levels of our PowerSmart Series™ inverter generators running at ¼ load at 7 meters from the control panel side. At that load and...